2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 687 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Palio | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3210 mm |
